High pitched noise on AirPods Pro 3

Same issue here. Left earbud. Had one pair replaced already because of the issue (tinny, hollow sound with ANC and Transparency, painful feedback on ANC). Initially mostly in loud environments like gym, airplanes, but now also happening witj just normal listening. Adjusting the earbud also causes high pitched feedback. On a plane ride recently it got so bad the guy next to me could actually hear the feedback. Tried resetting multiple times, tried different tips, no luck. Eventually logged a return. Apple support confirmed there was an issue and would replace, but couldn’t replace because “there was a 3 week waiting period for stock”. Got a refund, then bought a new pair through Amazon, but replacement pair does exactly the same thing. Super disappointed. Will likely return and just keep using APP2’s, or go to a different brand.

I’m having the exact same issue with my AirPods Pro 3rd gen. Since the first day, there’s a constant hiss or “whoosh” sound, and sometimes a short high-pitched beep — especially when switching modes or touching the earbuds.

It’s even worse on airplanes — the hiss becomes unbearable even with ANC on. I’ve tried resets, firmware updates, cleaning, and different ear tips. Apple ran diagnostics and said everything looks fine, but I already had to escalate the case because the problem persists.

Really need help or confirmation if anyone actually got this fixed or if it’s a hardware flaw.

I've surmised this problem with moisture too. So after that, I made an extra effort to dry my ears but that didn't really fix the problem on the same day. The next morning, the AirPods started out fine but after a couple of hours, the problem with the high-pitched noises re-occurred.

For some reason, the high frequency noise go away whenever i put the listening mode to off. I would put it on, wiggle it around, press on it against my ear, walk around or jog. The high pitch or high frequency noise is gone. But when i change the mode to noice cancelation or transparency mode. The high frequency noise comes back.

I’ve updated to the newest version on my AirPods Pro 3 and I still get VERY loud and high pitched noise. I’ve replaced them and still have the issue. Everyone is mentioning that it only happens with one but anytime I lay down, wear a beanie, or go to take them out I’ve gotten a loud noise. And if I take them out and hold them it sounds like crickets. I’ve called Apple support snd they refused to help me unless I buy a new pair. To me that seems a little messed up seeing as this is a manufactured issue or software issue. It’s gotten to the point where I fell asleep with them in my ear and now my ear and head hurt. Never have I had this happen from wearing in hear headphones to bed. Very disappointing.

very frustrating, I have the exact same issue with my pro2 I am only able to keep the left one in my ear by turning off the ANC modes otherwise this noise is unbearable and is probably around 90db, I will try to make a more precise sound measurement, many people seem to be impacted so I suspect that this situation is under scrutiny, apologies I can only wish for a solution and I don’t have the magic recipe to enjoy these great products at their full

Likely due to a software update.

I bought mine right after they were released and I had the issue but kept mine. I don’t fly often so risked it hoping an update would remedy screeching. Flew a couple times recently and all was perfect and worked as they should.

The high pitch noise/feedback issue is still happening. Apple just released new firmware today 8B25 and the issue still persists.

Installed the newest firmware. Tested during a flight. Still pitched noise, feedbacks. Disappointed. And still no reaction from Apple.

Have sent the AirPods back to Apple, got refunded.

Same thing here. Left one too. I tried changing the ear tip, resetting, unpairing.. still doing the high pitch sound. In my case the sound gets super loud at moments. This is a hazard for people with sensitive hearing. I’ll drop by an Apple Store today to see what they say.

Although, now sitting in an airport terminal I notice the noise cancellation is not working well depending on the movement of my head, something the seal test did not pick up on. So possibly the ear fit is at fault here, unfortunately the other tips are checked in now in a case and I cannot test further while in this environment.

I wonder how we can escalate this to engineers so that they can push out a firmware update. I had my headphones tested and they all passed. The genius bar guy said they could swap it out, but the parts are on backorder and it would be most likely the same situation anyway not a very satisfactory response of course

Had the issue appear last night on a flight - switching noise modes didn't improve it at all, neither did turning off any of the adaptive to your environment features (that I bought the things for in the first place) and I ended up having to give up and listen to screeching babies all flight as they were less likely to wreck my hearing than the horrendous squealing I was getting.

Seemed like it was trying to noise cancel a noise that wasn't there was how the sound felt to me but I was really annoyed since I only bought these a week ago.

Same problem here. bought a new Airpods, the next day the issue started on the right one. I have to say that the sound is very intense that I have to remove it faster in order to prevent audition damage, besides, is very unpleasant. I went to the store, they give me a new pair with the same issue! I am on a refund process right now. Never again will buy this device.

I have also had this issue. I think it’s something to do with sensor interference. But I’ve never had this issue with other AirPods. I first had the issue day 1 with the first pair I ordered. I replaced them for a new pair…. Once again… same issue. I’m not sure if it’s gonna get a software fix. I’m tempted to return them and go buy from another brand. I was considering beats but I’m worried with the same chip I’ll get the same problem. I do use them for work to take calls, so this is a massive bummer.